last year, after their rapturous reception at Sonisphere, they were voted No2 band in the world (behind Metallica) by Ultimate Guitar magazine.
Their future, however, was cast into doubt in December, when drummer James 'The Rev' Sullivan died of drug and alcohol problems.
The band last played in the UK to sold-out crowds in 2008, when they also picked up a Kerrang! award for best album and a Metal Hammer Golden Gods award for best international band.
"We were looking for something different and exciting to do with our next UK tour, and it just made perfect sense.
